Ideally situated in the Harleston Green neighborhood, 18 Bennett Street is a classic elevated Charleston home offering updated interiors, flexible layout options, & unbeatable walkability. Just steps from MUSC, the College of Charleston, Cannon Park, and King Street, this turnkey property is a rare find for buyers or investors seeking both charm and convenience.The main floor welcomes you with original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and plantation shutters throughout. A spacious living room with fireplace* and sawtooth molding, lets in abundant natural light and is a great gathering place. The living room has previously served as a 5th bedroom, offering great flexibility to have a 5 bedroom, 3 full bathroom rental property, making for excellent income potential.Down the hallway you'll enter the well appointed kitchen complete with updated cabinets and countertops, a gas range, tiled backsplash and a breakfast bar that flows seamlessly into the dining area. In the rear of the home relax in the bright and airy sunroom overlooking the backyard garden. Downstairs is completed by a bedroom, that can also double as a home office or extra storage space, plus a full bathroom with tiled walk-in shower & a laundry closet.
Upstairs, a smart layout offers both privacy and flexibility. The rear wing functions as a primary suite, complete with a comfortable bedroom, dedicated office or nursery, and a beautifully updated full bath with walk-in shower. Two large additional bedrooms at the front share an updated Jack-and-Jill bathroom, an ideal setup for maximizing space.
Outside, enjoy a peaceful brick courtyard, mature landscaping including a butterfly garden and lemon tree, and two off-street parking spacesa rarity downtown.
Updates include new roof in 2024 with solar venting, new electrical panel, tankless water heater, HVAC & Ductwork & gutters.
With unbeatable walkability, historic character, and thoughtful modern updates, 18 Bennett Street offers a unique opportunity to live, or invest in one of downtown Charleston's most coveted neighborhoods.